Word Power

Have fun - answer these questions!

Circle the correct meanings of the following words.

1. affinity (n)
a) attraction b) limitation c) duration d) purification

2. contiguous (adj.)
a) aligned b) touching c) parallel d) overlapping

3. calibrate (v)
a) to measure b) standardize c) reinforce d) level

4. distressed (adj)
a) marred b) stripped c) stretched d) broken

5. embossed (adj.)
a) varnished b) engraved c) textured d) marbled

6. hasp (n)
a) fastener b) nail c) clamp d) file

7. authentic (adj.)
a) ancient b) genuine c) false d) elegant

8. procure (v)
a) acquire b) pack c) find d) borrow

9. niche (n)
a) lack of goods b) suitable place c) unique offer d) persuasive point

10. rapport (n)
a) ecstasy b) fast speech
c) harmony d) response


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ANSWER KEY :

1. A 2. B 3.B 4.A 5.C 6.A 7.B 8.A 9.B 10.C